Financial Summary: Monday, February 23, 2026
Financial news summary and key insights from Monday, February 23, 2026. Browse summaries by category below.
Markets
Gold and silver prices rose as investors turned to safe-haven assets amid escalating trade tensions from Trump's tariff hike.
The Indian stock market showed positive momentum with GIFT Nifty up 190 points, indicating potential in several Sensex stocks.
Oil prices fell as speculation about a limited U.S. military strike on Iran eased market concerns.
Bitcoin dropped over 5% to below $65,000 following Trump's announcement of increased global tariffs, impacting market sentiment.
The Reserve Bank of India plans to inject ₹5 lakh crore into the market in FY27 to address liquidity issues and stabilize the bond market.
U.S. stock markets faced a downturn as concerns over AI disruption grew, leading to significant selling in software and private capital shares.
Mortgage rates have fallen below 6%, reaching their lowest level since 2022, influenced by economic concerns and a recent GDP report.
European private lenders' shares have tumbled as concerns about the strength of their underlying holdings intensify, leading to a steep sell-off.
Climate
The US Supreme Court is preparing to hear a pivotal case on corporate accountability in climate change, centering on Boulder's lawsuit against Exxon and Suncor.
World
U.S. importers continue to face high tariffs despite a recent Supreme Court ruling, raising concerns about future trade policies.